grandpa

/ˈɡrændpeɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

A father’s father; the father of one’s parent.

“My grandpa used to tell me stories about his childhood.”

2. noun

Used as a term of affection or respect for an older man.

“He’s more like a grandpa to me than a boss.”

Synonyms

  • dad's dad
  • father's father
  • patriarch

Antonyms

  • granddaughter
  • grandnephew